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SNAP Reform and Upward Mobility Act of 2025

4/11/2025, 2:38 AM

Summary of Bill S 1197

Bill 119 s 1197, also known as the "SNAP Self-Sufficiency Act," aims to assist individuals who are receiving assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in achieving self-sufficiency. The bill includes provisions to provide these individuals with resources and support to help them transition out of the program and become financially independent.

Additionally, the bill requires the government to provide information on the total spending on means-tested welfare programs. This information will give policymakers and the public a better understanding of how much money is being spent on these programs and where improvements can be made.

Overall, the goal of Bill 119 s 1197 is to empower individuals who are receiving SNAP benefits to become self-sufficient and reduce their reliance on government assistance. It also aims to increase transparency and accountability in the spending of taxpayer dollars on means-tested welfare programs.

Current Status of Bill S 1197

Bill S 1197 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2025. Bill S 1197 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 27, 2025.  Bill S 1197's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of March 27, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1197

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1197

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1197

A bill to help individuals receiving assistance under the supplemental nutrition assistance program in obtaining self-sufficiency, to provide information on total spending on means-tested welfare programs, and for other purposes.
A bill to help individuals receiving assistance under the supplemental nutrition assistance program in obtaining self-sufficiency, to provide information on total spending on means-tested welfare programs, and for other purposes.

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